Decorated Goby (Istigobius decoratus)
Fish in the family Gobiidae. Moderate care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Decorated Goby is a small, stout-bodied fish with a tan to brownish base coloration overlaid with a distinctive reticulated (net-like) pattern of darker lines and spots. It has a slightly flattened head and large pectoral fins used for bottom-dwelling and movement.
Diet and feeding
Feed small frozen or live foods such as mysis shrimp, copepods, and small crustaceans. They are bottom-feeders that pick at sand and rubble for natural prey items in the aquarium.
Difficulty and care for the Decorated Goby
Moderate - Requires some experience due to specific dietary water or tank requirements. Best suited for intermediate aquarists.
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region from the Red Sea to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond, typically found in shallow coastal waters and seagrass beds.
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